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You configured a managed node group but receive an error about insufficient IAM permissions. What should you check?

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AWS - EKS
You configured a managed node group but receive an error about insufficient IAM permissions. What should you check?
AThe nodes are self-managed
BThe IAM role attached to the node group has the required permissions
CThe cluster autoscaler is running
DThe Fargate profile is enabled
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Identify IAM role usage in managed node groups

    Managed node groups require an IAM role with permissions to manage nodes.
  2. Step 2: Check error cause

    Insufficient permissions error usually means the IAM role lacks needed policies.
  3. Final Answer:

    The IAM role attached to the node group has the required permissions -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    IAM role attached to node group requires specific permissions [OK]
Quick Trick: Check IAM role permissions for managed node groups [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming Fargate profile affects IAM permissions
  • Thinking autoscaler controls IAM roles
  • Confusing self-managed nodes with managed nodes

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